2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
